HFC-152a Aerosol Propellant from Germany
HFC-152a serves as an environmentally friendly aerosol propellant in personal care products like hairsprays and air fresheners, replacing more harmful CFCs. Classified under HTS 2903.43.10.00 due to its chemical structure as 1,1-difluoroethane, a saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon explicitly named in the tariff. It provides efficient dispersion without depleting the ozone layer.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include TSCA certification and ensure propellant grade purity >99%; label containers with UN number 1030
• Avoid pitfalls by confirming non-flammable classification for transport